FBI and DHS Warn of Potential Tesla Attacks Amid Rising Vandalism

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have issued a warning about potential attacks on Tesla vehicles and facilities, amid a surge in vandalism incidents targeting the electric car manufacturer. The FBI has established a special task force to investigate these acts, which have been occurring across the United States. Recent reports indicate that Tesla owners have faced harassment and their vehicles have been vandalized in various states, including a notable incident in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, where a Tesla Cybertruck was defaced while its owner dined at a local restaurant.

These acts of vandalism have sparked a debate on whether they should be classified as domestic terrorism, with some public figures, like former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, expressing concerns over the escalation of these incidents. The FBI and DHS have warned that lone offenders, motivated by various grievances against Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk, might be behind these attacks. The situation has prompted increased security measures around Tesla facilities and heightened awareness among Tesla owners.

The rise in Tesla-related vandalism comes at a time when the company is facing various challenges, including production issues and public scrutiny over its business practices. As the FBI task force continues its investigations, the broader implications for Tesla and the electric vehicle industry remain uncertain.

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Who set Tesla on fire?

Las Vegas, March 18: A person dressed in black shot at Tesla cars at a repair shop and ignited two of them with Molotov cocktails, police said. The word 'Resist' was spray-painted on the front doors of the shop. No injuries were reported, and the fires were put out before they could reach the Teslas' batteries.

Where were Teslas set on fire?

A person dressed in black shot and set fire to several Tesla vehicles at a repair facility in Las Vegas early Tuesday, police said, in what the FBI is investigating as a possible act of domestic terrorism.

Have Teslas been set on fire?

On Tuesday, a person armed with a gun and Molotov cocktails set Tesla vehicles on fire at a Tesla Collision Center in Las Vegas. Police said it was a 'targeted attack' that damaged at least five vehicles, two of which were engulfed in flames.

Are people burning Tesla dealerships?

WASHINGTON, March 20 (Reuters) - U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi said on Thursday three people have been charged in connection with arson incidents at Tesla car dealerships and charging stations. The Justice Department said the individuals each face between five and 20 years in prison if convicted.

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